St. Louis, Missouri, is filled with things to do for everyone in the family, from seeing the 630-foot Gateway Arch to visiting the Saint Louis Zoo and so much more. While there are lots of hotels near the city, you might be craving a countryside feel that’ll give your family a place to truly relax and unwind. Less than an hour south in De Soto, Missouri, our Timber Creek Resort offers the perfect escape. This quiet, family-oriented resort sits on a 40-acre lake surrounded by lush greenery. Take it all in by spending a day kayaking, fishing or boating on the lake or hiking one of our nature trails. For more family fun, our lakefront resort includes a seasonal, outdoor pool, 18-hole mini golf course, movie theater, five-hole, par three golf course with a practice green, activity center, fitness center and sports courts. After all the sightseeing in St. Louis, round out your Midwest weekend getaway by spending some time in the natural beauty of Missouri. Go underground to discover the caverns and a subterranean lake at Bonne Terre Mine. Go horseback riding, swimming or kayaking at Mark Twain National Forest. Or hike through the winding trails filled with large granite boulders at Elephant Rocks State Park. Timber Creek Resort features spacious, condo-style two-bedroom villas. Each 856-square-foot villa comes complete with plenty of living room space, a fully equipped kitchen and dining area. Wi-fi and parking are free for guests.